Current Perspectives in Media Content, Reception and Effects Research - Interactive curriculae of TU Ilmenau

In the specialization module, students understand, apply, and compare recent approaches and theories in media content, media reception, and media effects research. They relate and evaluate developments and empirical results from current publications, predominantly empirical research papers.

Students develop problem-solving competencies by applying the theories and current research results to identify and solve actual problems in media and communication practice and science. They formulate assumptions and outline solutions. Students consolidate their analytical skills by recognizing and comparing the advantages and disadvantages of different approaches, theories, and methods.

Students correctly assess the applicability of various approaches for scientific or practical purposes.

The specialization module focuses on one or several current problems of social or political relevance (topics may vary depending on current developments in society and research foci of the department in charge).

The seminar teaches current developments in theories and methods of media reception and effects research based on literature work. These current developments are discussed, reflected, and applied in various forms, such as literature reviews, discussions, presentations, creative tasks, or research outlines.

Digital Material (e.g. readings, scripts) provided on moodle

The lecturers provide the students with introductory literature on the respective topics.

Depending on the topic and the number of participants, the workload consists of one or more partial credits. These can be oral or written examinations and course-related work such as presentations, literature reviews, homework, etc. The exact requirements will be announced in the first session.

Enrolment in the course takes place during the first two sessions – attendance at both sessions is mandatory. The exact dates are specified in the Moodle room. Registration for the examination is done directly by the Examination Office based on the list of participants. 

Depending on the topic and the number of participants, the workload consists of one or more partial credits. These can be oral or written examinations and course-related work such as presentations, literature reviews, homework, etc. The exact requirements will be announced in the first session.

Enrolment in the course takes place during the first two sessions – attendance at both sessions is mandatory. The exact dates are specified in the Moodle room. Registration for the examination is done directly by the Examination Office based on the list of participants.